Veterans may be eligible for additional supplements and allowances on top of their primary compensation payments. These are designed to help with specific living costs.
Common supplements and allowances include:
Energy Supplement: A regular payment to assist with household energy costs. Available to veterans receiving certain DVA income support payments.
Telephone Allowance: A small regular payment to help with telephone costs, available to veterans receiving certain DVA payments.
Pharmaceutical Allowance: Helps cover the cost of prescription medicines not covered by DVA health cards.
Rent Assistance: Additional payment for veterans who pay rent and receive certain DVA income support payments. The amount depends on your rent and personal circumstances.
These supplements are generally added to your regular DVA payment automatically if you are eligible. However, some may require a separate application or notification of your circumstances (such as providing your rental details for Rent Assistance).
Eligibility for each supplement depends on your specific DVA payment type and personal circumstances. DVA generally considers your current payments and living situation when determining supplement eligibility.
Actual amounts depend on individual DVA assessment. This is indicative only. Verify current rates at dva.gov.au/financial-support/payment-rates.
This is a guide only. Always verify with DVA directly or with a qualified advocate.